Boulez: Le marteau sans maître, Éclat & Dialogue de l'ombre double

Dive into the avant-garde world of Pierre Boulez with this captivating album, featuring three of his most seminal works. "Le marteau sans maître," a complex and intricate piece for voice and ensemble, showcases Boulez's innovative compositional techniques and his unique approach to rhythm and timbre. The work is performed by the International Contemporary Ensemble, with mezzo-soprano Katalin Karolyi delivering a powerful and nuanced vocal performance.

The album also includes "Éclat," a concise and energetic piece that demonstrates Boulez's ability to create compelling music from a limited number of instruments. The work is performed by the International Contemporary Ensemble, with Pascal Gallois on bassoon and Dimitri Vassilakis on electronics.

Finally, the album features "Dialogue de l'ombre double," a work that explores the relationship between live performance and electronic music. The piece is performed by Gallois on bassoon and electronics, with Vassilakis on electronics.

With a total duration of just over an hour, this album offers a comprehensive introduction to the music of Pierre Boulez, one of the most influential composers of the 20th and 21st centuries. The album was released on March 17, 2017, by the Stradivarius label and features performances by some of the most talented musicians in the contemporary classical music scene. Whether you're a seasoned fan of avant-garde music or a curious newcomer, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.